Clarifies the definition of floor area
This bill clarifies how "floor area" is measured for residential buildings under New York's Multiple Dwelling Law. It specifies that spaces with higher ceilings (e.g., over 12 feet) count multiple times toward total floor area, while excluding cellars, low attics, mechanical equipment spaces (except as noted), and outdoor features like balconies. Developers, building inspectors, and property owners using these measurements for compliance will be directly affected. The changes focus solely on standardizing calculation rules, not altering building requirements or regulations.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Mar 24, 2025
Last action Jan 7, 2026
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2
Jan 7, 2026
Committee
REFERRED TO HOUSING, CONSTRUCTION AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
upper
Mar 24, 2025
Committee
REFERRED TO HOUSING, CONSTRUCTION AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
upper
1 primary · 6 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Robert Jackson
DDemocratic/Working Families
Co
Andrew Gounardes
DDemocratic
Co
Brad Hoylman-Sigal
DDemocratic/Working Families
Co
Jose Serrano
DDemocratic/Working Families
Co
Julia Salazar
DDemocratic/Working Families
Co
Liz Krueger
DDemocratic/Working Families
Co
Luis Sepúlveda
DDemocratic
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